Porsche Design track work out

I wanted to see just how fast these Porsche Design Endurance Boost running shoes could go. So I ran some 400s, 200s and 100s at the Truckee High School track this morning. I didn't get there terribly early so the sun was up and it was getting warmer.

I started with a half mile jog warm up, then ran four 400s with slow 400 jogs in between. Each 400 was a little faster than the last. Then I ran four 200s with easy 200 jogs between. The 200s were faster than the 400s. Then I pushed the pace with four 100s with 100 walks separating them. And finally another half mile cool down jog.

I was frequently in the 6 and 7 minute mile range with low 6s for the 100s. I still didn't go 100% as I'm just a month back into running. I need to be patience and build my speed back up.

The Porsche Design Endurance Boost shoes are so fast on the track. As if they're built for this. I was flying along almost as if my feet weren't touching the ground. I am looking forward to running fast in these after I've built my running base back up!

Bike S 12 mile flyer

Continuing to mix up my Porsche-related workouts, today was a fast and fun 12 miler along the Truckee River Legacy Trail on the 1998 Porsche Bike S.

That bicycle seems built for that paved path. The steep and fast downhills, high speed corners, undulating straights and mix of hard pedaling and quick braking makes me feel like I'm on a race track with my Boxster.

I did stop for a photo and talked to an old timer about all the snow this winter. But other than that, I was riding flat out for the short 12 mile distance.

Today's plan was a short and fast ride to leave some energy for tomorrow's running track workout with the Porsche Design running shoes.

Easy 5

After a nice rest day, today I jogged an ultra easy 5 miler to stretch the legs and further strengthen the bones. I jogged, and a little walking to answer the phone, along the Truckee River Legacy Trail. I really enjoy this beautiful paved path. This photo shows the remains of a rock wall used in the late 1800s to back up the river and make ice.

The Porsche Design Endurance Boost running shoes are without a doubt my all-time favorite running shoe. And I've owned a lot of running shoes!

Tomorrow I'm planning to be back on the Porsche Bike S and Thursday a track workout with the Endurance Boost shoes.

Porsche Bike X back to Tahoe

I rode the 2004 Porsche Bike X back to Lake Tahoe for the first time since before the Death Ride. The 40 mile ride early this morning felt great. The route from Glenshire to Tahoe City is mostly flat with a couple short hills on the Glenshire end. So it was fun just cruising along. The Truckee River still looks beautiful even though the water level is now a little lower.

The Bike X is still performing very well. Shifting smoothly and fast on the flat straights.

That's two long workouts in two days. Running yesterday, cycling today. Tomorrow is rest day.

Fast Donner Lake run

My goal today was to break the 10 minute mile mark running 7 miles around Donner Lake. Last weekend I averaged 10:09 around the lake so, I was hoping to improve a little.

However, I felt good this morning and could maintain a pace faster than I anticipated. When I finished the 7 miles I was pleasantly surprised to see I ran a 9:10 pace around the lake.

I started earlier under cooler temperatures, which always helps me run faster. I think adding cycling back into the mix this week helps too.

Now my new goal, for next weekend, will be to beat this time.

I'm completely comfortable in these Porsche Design Endurance Boost running shoes now. Although it didn't take long, they now feel effortlessly fast. As my legs and lungs get stronger I can fully utilize these fast shoes.

Porsche Bike X Donner Lake ride

This morning was my first ride back on the 2004 Porsche Bike X since the 129 mile, five mountain pass, 15 hour epic endurance ride known as the Death Ride. It's been a month since I've ridden this bike. After the Death Ride I didn't even want to sit on a bike!

I just rode my favorite 24 mile route to Donner Lake and back. But I rode it hard. I pushed all the way there and back. And it felt good. I missed riding this bike. The Bike X is fast and smooth. Particularly on open roads.

Tomorrow I'm back to running with the Porsche Design running shoes with a track workout.

Five mile run/jog

Alternating running and cycling, today was a run day. I went out in the late afternoon and braved both warm sun and a few sprinkles on the Truckee River Legacy Trail.

Today's goal was to improve my one mile time. So, I jogged a slow mile and then ran a faster mile. Out of five total miles, only two were faster, one a 9:04 minute mile and the last a faster 8:20 - my fastest mile this year.

The Porsche Design Endurance Boost running shoes are helping me get up to speed rather quickly.

Tomorrow's plan is a 25 mile road ride on the 2004 Bike X and Thursday will be another track running workout with the PD shoes.

Back on the bike!

Today was the first day back on the bike after the Death Ride. I rode the 1998 Porsche Bike S along the Truckee River Legacy Trail. I only rode 12 miles but I had blast! After the 15 hour Death Ride, I couldn't even look at my Porsche bicycles. But after a few weeks, now I'm ready to add cycling back into the mix with my current running phase.

Riding the Bike S today was awesome. That bike handles so well. I was flying down hills and around corners. The Magura brakes stop the bike on a dime. I had to get readjusted from the slower braking Bike X. Plus my legs are still so strong that pushing hard for 12 miles was rather easy.

I plan to do some track running tomorrow and then a 25 mile ride on Wednesday.

Donner Lake run again

This morning I ran a 2017 personal best around Donner Lake. The 10.09 minute mile isn't really that fast, but for my recent return back into running, it is my fastest this year. I felt pretty good. Next goal is to beat a 10 minute mile.

Truckee Thursday

After parking at the Regional Park, I ran over to the Truckee Thursday event downtown, saw some friends and ran back to the Cayenne. So, my pace was slow due to the stopping and talking but I got the five miles I was after.

It rained most of the afternoon but cleared out just in time for the event and my run.

4 miles in the Truckee sun

The only time I had to run today was at mid morning in the direct sun and warming temperatures.

I dropped the Cayenne S off at the Truckee River Legacy Trail parking lot on East River Street, walked across the river bridge and ran 2 miles east on the Legacy Trail before turning around and returning.

I didn't break any speed limits, but I did keep the entire run under a 11 minute mile pace. That's better than the last few weeks.

I'm hoping to run another 5 miles early tomorrow morning while it's cooler.